Help! Gyne after 20 years of taking Dut
    Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/11/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this side effect report post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg 1x daily 20 years
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 7.5mg 1x daily 20 years
    the tone is 😞 negative with decent maintenance results.

    Other terms

    A 43-year-old experienced gynecomastia after 20 years of taking dutasteride and 7.5mg oral minoxidil. Suggestions include consulting an endocrinologist, checking hormones, and considering Nolvadex or DIM supplements.
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